Early Life and Education of Sylvester Stallone: A Complete Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Sylvester Stallone. From birth to education, explore key events.

Sylvester Stallone is a celebrated American actor and filmmaker with a career spanning over five decades. He has received numerous awards, including a Golden Globe and a Critics' Choice Award, alongside nominations for Academy Awards and BAFTA Awards. Stallone is one of the few actors to star in a box-office number one film across six consecutive decades. His films have collectively grossed over $7.5 billion worldwide, marking him as a significant figure in the film industry.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

1915: The Armenian Genocide

In 1915, the Armenian Genocide occurred, which Sylvester Stallone wanted to portray in a film adaptation of "The Forty Days of Musa Dagh".

1939: Release of Angels with Dirty Faces

In 1939 the original movie "Angels with Dirty Faces" was released.

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1971: Release of the original Get Carter film

In 1971, the original British film "Get Carter" was released. Sylvester Stallone starred in a remake of the film in 2000.

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1974: Release of the original Death Wish film

In 1974, the original movie "Death Wish" was released.

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1994: Contribution to Rick Santorum's Campaign

In 1994, Stallone contributed $1,000 to the campaign of then-Congressman Rick Santorum, who was running for the Senate in Pennsylvania.

1996: Rediscovery of Faith

In 1996, Stallone rediscovered his Catholic faith when his daughter was born ill.

2006: Return to Strict Catholicism and 700 Club Interview

In 2006, Stallone became a strict Catholic again and was interviewed by Pat Robertson on the Christian Broadcasting Network's 700 Club. He stated he had "lost his way" in Hollywood but later put things "in God's hands".

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2008: Endorsement of John McCain

In 2008, Stallone endorsed John McCain for that year's presidential election.

2010: Spiritual Beliefs Expressed

In 2010, Stallone told GQ magazine that he is spiritual, believes in the spirit of man, and is not an atheist. He mentioned being baptized Catholic but not belonging to a structured church, appreciating the knowledge and rules but acknowledging the agony caused.

2015: Hindu Ritual for Son Sage

In 2015, upon the advice of a Vedic scholar, Stallone performed a Hindu Tithi Shradh ritual at Haridwar for his son Sage, who died by accident or murder.

2016: Trump Described as a Dickensian Character, Rejection of NEA Chair Offer

In 2016, Stallone described Donald Trump as a "Dickensian character" and "larger than life" but did not endorse him in the Republican primaries. He also declined an offer to become Chair of the National Endowment for the Arts, citing a desire to work on issues related to veterans.

2023: Donation to Kyrsten Sinema's Campaign, Meeting with Pope Francis

In 2023, Stallone donated $11,600 to independent Senator Kyrsten Sinema's re-election campaign in Arizona. Later that year, he and his family spent time with Pope Francis in a private meeting at the Vatican.

2024: Attendance at Mar-a-Lago Event, Praise for Trump

Following Trump's win in the 2024 election, Stallone attended an event at Mar-a-Lago. During a speech, Stallone praised Trump as a "mythical character" and the "second George Washington" and compared him to his character Rocky Balboa.